7.5
CWE
212
Advisory Published
Updated

CVE-2024-8474

First published: Mon Jan 06 2025(Updated: )

OpenVPN Connect before version 3.5.0 can contain the configuration profile's clear-text private key which is logged in the application log, which an unauthorized actor can use to decrypt the VPN traffic

Credit: security@openvpn.net

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
OpenVPN<3.5.0

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the severity of CVE-2024-8474?

    CVE-2024-8474 is classified as a medium-severity vulnerability.

  • How do I fix CVE-2024-8474?

    To resolve CVE-2024-8474, upgrade OpenVPN Connect to version 3.5.0 or higher.

  • What type of data is exposed in CVE-2024-8474?

    CVE-2024-8474 exposes the configuration profile's clear-text private key in the application log.

  • Who is affected by CVE-2024-8474?

    CVE-2024-8474 affects users of OpenVPN Connect prior to version 3.5.0.

  • What can an unauthorized actor do with CVE-2024-8474?

    An unauthorized actor can use the exposed private key to decrypt VPN traffic.

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